Description
The heddle pulley, a working element of a narrow-band loom, bears a miniature sculpture. Heddle pulleys support and separate threads during weaving. Mounted above the weaver, the pulleys allow him to glance up at an object of inspiring beauty, rather than pure functionality. This pulley depicts a face mask, a secular usage of a typically sacred mask type.
Provenance
Katherine C. White [1929-1980], Gates Mills, OH, given to the Cleveland Museum of Art (1971); The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH (1971-)
Accession Number
1971.300
Medium
Wood, metal, and plant fiber
Dimensions
Overall: 14.6 cm (5 3/4 in.)
Classification
Implements
Credit Line
Gift of Katherine C. White